Job: National Consultant on Economic Integration

Organization Name: OSCE Centre in Bishkek
Location: Bishkek,KG
Grade
Closing Date of application: 27-09-2013
No. of Posts: 1

Background
The Prime Minister's Office has requested the OSCE Centre in Bishkek to provide analytical and advisory support for negotiation process related to accession of the Kyrgyz Republic to the Customs Union and Single Economic Space (SES). The expert will assist to develop proposals on negotiation positions taking into account national interests of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The consultant shall develop proposals and justified analytical assessments on specific negotiation positions to determine potential consequences, risks and challenges for the Kyrgyz Republic in accession to the Customs Union and SES in the medium and long run taking into consideration national interests of the Kyrgyz Republic which is currently member of the World Trade Organization.
Please note that the expected contract duration is 3 (three) months.
Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Participate at meetings of the inter-ministerial commission under the Government of KR on negotiations to access the Kyrgyz Republic to the Customs Union and SES and meetings of the working group as an expert on economic integration;
  • Develop the database of research and analytical documents on the topic of Customs Union and SES;
  • Analyze international best practice on establishing economic integrations and their institutional setup;
  • Develop analytical inputs, proposals and papers related to the Kyrgyz economy and external trade as needed for negotiation process on accession to the Customs Union and SES;
  • Analyze current legislative base of the Customs Union and SES as well as obligations of the Kyrgyz Republic to the World Trade Organization, provide relevant recommendations and assessments on possible amendment of Kyrgyz laws in case of accession to the Customs Union and SES;
  • Other duties as assigned by the Prime Minister's Office related to coordination of the negotiation process.
Necessary Qualifications
  • Univerity degree in Economics or Law;
  • At least 3 years of experience in managing positions in the area related to economic development or economic integration at state agencies;
  • Solid knowledge of economic and integration policy in the Kyrgyz Republic;
  • Experience in providing analytical and advisory services is a strong asset;
  • Ability to write reports and a report on performed analytical work.
Remuneration Package
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under http://www.osce.org/employment. Online applications submission deadline is on 27 September 2013, 18:00.
Please note that this vacancy is open for a competition only amongst nationals of the Kyrgyz Republic. The OSCE is committed to achieving a better balance of women and men within the Organization. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Please note that in the event of invitation for interview, the OSCE is unable to reimburse costs incurred.

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